Seiko SARX033 Review - Before You Buy a Sarb033/035...

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5 жыл бұрын

So, one of the biggest treats for me having this channel is getting people into watches. And out of all the people that was the greatest pleasure to share this hobby with was my brother. Who recently started getting into watches more and has a growing collection after I gave him my old Orient Bambino a couple years ago. Of that collection, this one of the standouts and before he moves to Denver, I had to get in a review of this beautiful piece.
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@chriscon8463 3 жыл бұрын

Spoken like a true watch fanatic: “My brother’s going to be moving away, so before he goes I wanted to spend some more time with his watch.” It is a really nice watch!

@drzaius844 3 жыл бұрын

Relatable

@marks184 5 жыл бұрын

Very good video. Very well done. After 25 years collecting watches I can honestly say that Seiko makes fantastic watches. I wish Seiko would include a screwdown crown in this model.

@stanmann1984 5 жыл бұрын

Great vid! I'm still torn between this one and the sarx035 lol. I wish your brother the best on his journey!

@schawla325 2 жыл бұрын

Teddy dude, thank you for getting me into watches! Thanks to you I'm getting super into Seiko watches now. Keep the content coming

@DirectFireDave 5 жыл бұрын

You got me into watches in a more serious way Teddy. Thanks for all your consistent work! I’ll have to meet you during my travels some day!

@TeddyBaldassarre 5 жыл бұрын

Would love to meet David! Btw go Browns ;)

@ScottSagamoreRye 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Teddy, Where are you in Cle? I'm in Canton, Oh and may stop up in the area during holiday shopping time.

@charlesbeauvais6957 5 жыл бұрын

Bought a SARX 033 about 6 months ago and really like it. Also own the SARB 033 and agree that SARX is a significant step up in quality from the SARB, though both have to compete with my recent Explorer purchase for wrist time. Enjoy your videos, keep up the good work!

@theoneandonly7213 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. If it was 38mm as the SARB035 it could be called a a replacement, but I feel the size is a missed opportunity

@Retroweld 4 жыл бұрын

I owned both the SARX033 & 35. Fit and finish are on another level and more superior than the Sarb. 100% worth the additional $. I sold them during a purge of my collection and miss them both. I want them back so I just ordered both watches online last night. You won't be disappointed. Btw, the watch wears well on my 6.5 inch wrist. Well done Teddy. 👊

@patflicker7347 5 жыл бұрын

Good vid!, I like how you mentioned keeping better time than specs, a lot of reviews don't do accuracy., especially Seikos.

@shamsiftikar8083 5 жыл бұрын

i like the reviews with soothing background music format

@HeathFrancis 4 жыл бұрын

I'm making my way through your backlog of videos and loved this as well as reading your blog on the top 40 Seiko watches. I'd love to see a SARX055 review after your great write up on it in the blog post.

@photobouph 4 жыл бұрын

Started searching for my first automatic watch and have been watching your videos and subscribed, now I’m having a harder time deciding since I have been loving so many different brands and styles!

@looseunit1615 5 жыл бұрын

I've owned many Seiko watches since my first Seiko Pogue in 1976. This SARX033 is probably one of the classiest Seikos I've seen for a while. Seiko watches provide awesome bang for the price.

@willardhooton920 5 жыл бұрын

SARB 033 for me. That small splash of lume really helps visibility during the evening hours! Your vids are awesome 👏

@mrsir1872 4 жыл бұрын

thats the biggest thing for me. i really wish the sarx had lume!!!!

@chi-towncalifornia5916 5 жыл бұрын

Great video Teddy! I personally own a SARB035, and while I love the SARX033, the fact that you can buy Strapcode bracelets for the SARB makes it a potentially better buy if you have trouble getting Seiko Presage bracelets to fit you right.

@otobotrecords 5 жыл бұрын

Have this watch for about 1 year. It will never leave my collection. I also have the SARB035, which is loved but not worn enough by my wife, because she fears she could damage it somehow :D The SARX033 *POPS* on a honey leather strap with blacked flanks.

@j.j.h.atemycereal 5 жыл бұрын

Great video, Teddy. As long as your brother remains a Browns fan, it’s all good.

@flp2635 5 жыл бұрын

Love the blue hands that stand out like that

@Ross867 5 жыл бұрын

Picked up a presage SPRC97J1 yesterday with the snowflake dial. I’m in love with it

@ashmaterial 5 жыл бұрын

Greatest watch ever made. I had it too

@TeddyBaldassarre 5 жыл бұрын

Fantastic choice! Enjoy it Ross!

@jp4431 4 жыл бұрын

Oh my god I need that watch. Thanks for putting this on my radar!

@ginogagliardi7080 3 жыл бұрын

Where did you purchase it from? And what did you end up paying? I’ve been looking for that exact mode

@vma4202 5 жыл бұрын

Im getting into watches and planning to purchase a Bambino next month. Thanks for the recommendations Teddy!

@TeddyBaldassarre 5 жыл бұрын

Wait for my next review. Might give you something else to consider.

@vma4202 5 жыл бұрын

Teddy Baldassarre I just saw the video review for the Maestro and this comment. Thanks for the reply Teddy! As much as both the Bambino Ver 2 Gen 2 and Maestro are beautiful and stunning in their own way I've been taken in by the blue dial Open Heart Bambino. I get the feeling that I've embarked on a very expensive hobby 😅

@markplayford5836 5 жыл бұрын

A truly fantastic watch seem to remember now your brother had one. I own a SARB035 but I would gladly trade up to this SARX plus it would fit me better than the 38mm. Those blue hands on the white dial really push my buttons and not been able to stretch to a GS yet this would make perfect sense. Good review Teddy though no clasp shots.

@rousseau327 4 жыл бұрын

If people are considering this watch, I'd also recommend the SARX055. It has a frosted/textured dial instead of a creamy white one, and has polished white hour and minutes hands, but keeps the blue seconds hand. Absolutely gorgeous watch, and can be had for right around the same price quoted as the SARX033

@lGAUGEl Жыл бұрын

Mine is arriving Monday and I am pumped.

@rousseau327 Жыл бұрын

@@lGAUGEl Awesome, it's a brilliant watch even now

@wendyandgeoffpattison2610 Жыл бұрын

@@lGAUGEl I have a sarx055, and I love it. It's my go to watch. The titanium construction takes it to another level. And accurate, if worn constantly it runs about 3sec/day. The A/R makes the crystal disappear, showing off the ice white dial. You won't be sorry my friend, wear it in good health.

@henryjubeda7617 4 жыл бұрын

The SARX series is breathtaking. Especially the 035 is very nice. It's hard to describe its elegance until you actually hold one. Looks simple, but there is so much going on.

5 жыл бұрын

I know someone who invested in a lovely Macro lens! You are playing on the level from Watchfinder man !

@SoXFireBlade 5 жыл бұрын

Great review teddy, I do think its a better looking than a sarb. however it seems the sarb is the only watch with similar aesthetics that has smaller dimensions than 40mm . most 40mm watches dont look great on me wrist

@Jmad1138 5 жыл бұрын

Hey my pal Martin Franks just turned me on to your channel. LOVE IT!!!

@SunsetSheen 5 жыл бұрын

Its a superior watch no question. Just wish it was a 38mm.

@edwooodfork Жыл бұрын

Great watch , great review. I’m a fan of both

@samuelball8775 5 жыл бұрын

Nice watch 👍 bracelet looks great and the whole package seems great.

@spencealmighty 5 жыл бұрын

I went to Japan in Dec 2018, In the BIC Camera department store I held the SARB035 and the SARX033 in my hands and walked away with the SARX033. It was an easy decision when you can see both in person.

@w.m.aslam-author 3 жыл бұрын

It reminds me of the Omega Aqua Terra. This is a great Seiko watch and one of Seiko's best models.

@loganpeck5084 4 жыл бұрын

I've been watching your channel for a while now, but didn't know you're in Cleveland. I'm originally from there. In Nashville now. Go Browns!!!!

@brandonmanley6332 5 жыл бұрын

Love your content, probably my favourite for learning about watches 👍 what do think of the seiko coutura line ?

@EL2FIKY 5 жыл бұрын

Such an elegant piece!

@brandoneggleston1698 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful piece reminds me of the GS snowflake!

@m3n9111 5 жыл бұрын

The way they painted the hands is amazing!

@Mike-LitorisSoBig 3 жыл бұрын

I think they are heat treated like at grand seiko. Not sure about that though

@alisherminhas8052 3 жыл бұрын

@@Mike-LitorisSoBig They aren't heat treated

@steelsteez6118 2 жыл бұрын

@@Mike-LitorisSoBig they are definitely not heat treated but nice try

@Mike-LitorisSoBig 2 жыл бұрын

@@steelsteez6118 nice try what?

@Mike-LitorisSoBig 2 жыл бұрын

@@steelsteez6118 they are most likely also not "painted" probably coated, but not "painted"

@peppaz 5 жыл бұрын

I have the black dial sarx and I really enjoy it- high quality and looks

@tywinn5786 3 жыл бұрын

Another good video Teddy.

@daymondtalley9500 5 жыл бұрын

Great review. Love my SARB033 runs about 5 seconds fast a day.

@TeddyBaldassarre 5 жыл бұрын

The sarb033 is a great choice as well. Those 6r15 movements are always over performers

@daymondtalley9500 5 жыл бұрын

Yes they are.

@lasnoches1191 5 жыл бұрын

Het Teddy! Thanks to you I got into watches a lot more, so first: thank you. My problem is that I don’t really know where to buy watches online at good prices (I’m on a budget). Could you make a video on your favorite/most reliable watch retailers online? Would be best if they ship worldwide! Keep up the good work!

@TuanTran-gi1zb 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Las, if for Seiko, i think Seiyajapan.com is the best, good price and good service. For others, i suggest jomashop.

@NoizeTank 5 жыл бұрын

I own a sarx035. They are next-level. They are have an anti-reflective sapphire so the dial looks very inky black at almost all times. The polished markers really stand out on that dial as well. And the bracelet is diashield coated so less worry of it being scratched. Also, one huge thing to note about the bracelet is that no other clasp sits as flush as the one on this one does. There’s no bump on it. It just looks very well-integrated.

@TuanTran-gi1zb 5 жыл бұрын

At the end of the bracelet, it has a small piece that you can add or remove it.

@TuanTran-gi1zb 5 жыл бұрын

Near the clasp

@paulcrawford5437 4 жыл бұрын

Seiko have a really amazing minimalist line up. Imo the simpler the watch the better and Seiko rock simple lol.

@raven2004 5 жыл бұрын

There is a big difference in quality and size of the SARB vs SARX when comparing in person. I think the SARB watches look too small on wrists over 7". Diashield coating is added to the SARX bracelets, plus an antireflective coating on the sapphire, which makes the SARX035 dial inky black from all angles.

@Adman1175 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Teddy, slightly off topic mate but I just had to say what awesome hair you've got! So jealous!

@hzee13 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome review. I would have liked some shots of the bracelet. You talked so much about it but there were no shots of it or the clasp. Thanks

@Eric_Nielsen 5 жыл бұрын

If you've never been, you'll for SURE enjoy visiting your brother in Denver. It's beautiful there! See if you can get in a SARX055 : I handled one at an enthusiast GTG and was super impressed with it - almost as pleasant as the Globemaster and way more affordable.

@ericwhittington9613 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful watch but I’m totally in love with the SARX035.

@gabrielmottagomes4266 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for all the great content, Teddy! I love your channel! I am looking for an everyday watch (from casual to business casual) and I am considering buying either the SARX045 ($550) or the SARX035 ($750). Which one do you think I should buy? The SARX045 is probably a better deal but I am afraid that the lug to lug height of 48 mm might be too big for me. My wrist is just above 6 inches (15,5 cm). I have a Hamilton Khaki Field (38mm dial and 47mm lug to lug) which I think fits me well but it also already in the limits of my wrist. .. The SARX035 has a more approachable lug to lug height, but I am not sure if it is worth the extra $200 and if the 41mm dial wouldn't look goofy on my wrist... I can only find the SARB033 for over $700, so it is just not a good value proposition for me (even though I like the size more) Thank you!

@cdc72311 3 жыл бұрын

I have the sarb 033 and this sarx, i freakin love the sarx its so fucking beautiful. One of my all time favorite watches. I love my sarb but if i had to give one up it wouldnt be the sarx thats for sure.

@DarthMalaks_Missing_Lower_Jaw 5 жыл бұрын

Nice editing on the video!

@TeddyBaldassarre 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ollie! I think we are improving!

@hailitereel 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review of this and all of your informative videos, Teddy. I've been learning a lot about watches thanks to you. How would you compare this with the 045? Also does it wear smaller than the 045? Would love to know your thoughts on that. TIA.

@ChromeMan04 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful watch!

@SC-vz9ie 4 жыл бұрын

Very helpful. Thanks!

@steven3379 5 жыл бұрын

And of course I need a white dialed watch that fits this category and a bigger stack of cash! 😜 Thanks for the video!

@Migsmikes 4 жыл бұрын

Loving my Sary055 and sarb033, ordered a new Strapcode bracelet for the sarb so it’ll fit better. I’ve had a Rolex owner look at my watch and told me he was jealous, looked much better in person and was considering buying one!

@oklahomahank2378 5 жыл бұрын

I like the low key style of this video. I also like watches with off white dials, so maybe that influenced me.

@rifqinash 5 жыл бұрын

Ohh, I miss the intro with you saying "OK Hi, guys! Welcome to the show.".

@kretinovalentino8054 5 жыл бұрын

Good luck for your brother.

@dtac_10_29 4 жыл бұрын

My collections are mostly divers and Seiko dress watches really caught my attention.

@milchpuder 5 жыл бұрын

Another great review. I have a SARB035 and this is clearly a step above in terms of all the things you've mentioned. For me it is worth the additional price of admission, in particular the more intricate, dressier bracelet. I'd love to add one to the collection - tbh swaying more towards a dark dial SARX variant so that it won't cannibalise the SARB035 wrist time! One question: is the bracelet clasp better finished than the SARB's? I quite like the milled, tapered surface on the underside of the clasp where it touches the wrist on my Premier Perpetual.

@otobotrecords 5 жыл бұрын

Much better clasp than the SARB035. I have both.

@greywolf369 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video and being a part of my hierology too.

@TeddyBaldassarre 5 жыл бұрын

I am honored as always Jugo! Hope you’re still enjoying that teddy originals strap.

@greywolf369 5 жыл бұрын

@@TeddyBaldassarre you know it 🙏⌚😁. Planning on ordering all of your originals and a silicone strap.

@goodnameyt6675 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Teddy! Im torn bettween this and the tissot gentleman. I have an SBDC063, and im not super thrilled with th 6r15. I like the looks of the sarx but the powermatic movement in the gentleman.

@gpaje Жыл бұрын

The Seiko SARV001 looks very similar to this watch, it's a JDM specific watch with similar white cream face, stainless case, but it can be had for $200 or less shipped from Japan to the US. It's also one of my most accurate watches.

@aizuddinfahmi9255 5 жыл бұрын

Two reviews for two days in a row?? You're on a roll brother! Keep up the good work~

@wannatry69 2 жыл бұрын

I’m new to this and didn’t realise you can put leather bands on watches that came out with metal bands. I think the sarx033 with a leather band will be my first watch

@oes2546 5 жыл бұрын

Sarx015 is my dream Sarx. A bit sportier of a case shape than other sarbs and sarys of the world, and it has lume! Sadly it is discontinued and not widely available. Love my sary057 though. The substantially curved lugs makes it stand a bit out, and wear like a dream.

@svfutbol20 5 жыл бұрын

OES 25 I’m a huge fan of my SARY057. I beat the hell out of it bartending and it’s still my most accurate watch despite owning an Orient Star, a Tissot, and a Mido Ocean Star

@DavidMorley 3 жыл бұрын

I have the Sarb 033 and it’s the perfect size and I have a large wrist. I do believe the tendency for sub 40mm watches is the way to go.

@protoman2260 Жыл бұрын

I have the sarb033 as well and I’m currently looking at the sarx029

@matthewhoover6154 5 жыл бұрын

I was seriously eyeing one of these before going with the Citizen Grand Signature with what i thought was a white dial, but is silver, i didn't notice because the way the light reflects off it in many pictures makes it look white, so I kinda wish I got the SARX instead.

@GarrySkipPerkins 4 жыл бұрын

I owned this watch. The hands are thermally blued and amazing. The bracelet is really, really good. This watch would be two grand if it were made in Switzerland. I cannot recommend it enough. Those with big wrists (mine are 8"), you might need extra links so choose a good dealer. Long Island Watch is the best, but they are pulling all JDM's in a few days. I like SeiyaJapan for all my JDM's, although I am selling now as I am unemployed. I cannot recommend this watch enough. I would also recommend any of the enamel-dial Presage watches.

@kidcanuck6031 4 жыл бұрын

How much you want for your watch?

@diegoalcudia5940 5 жыл бұрын

Could you make a review of the Tudor Black Bay 58? I've been researching on the watch, it being one of my grails, so I'd like to see a review from you and see some things that I might've missed.

@Retroweld 5 жыл бұрын

I owned both the Sarx033 and Sarx035. I also owned the and the Sarb033 for a short while. The Sarx is on a much superior level compared to the Sarb. If anyone is on the fence...you won't be disappointed. Great video.

@veetour 5 жыл бұрын

RetroWeld In what ways are the Sarx superior to the Sarb?

@shelleyinthecity 5 жыл бұрын

The Sarx at 40.8 mm is too big for smaller men. The Sarb at 38 mm looks better.

@dennischen8887 4 жыл бұрын

@@veetour The Sarx has the zaratsu polishing, same method of polishing on the Grand Seikos, although some would argue not quite to the level of the GS but still superior to the sarbs standard polish. However, everything else seems to be at around equal quality to the Sarb, including the same movement.

@henrywest7217 5 жыл бұрын

I guess it's hard to tell if the two watches aren't in hand. But would it be a safe assumption to make that the build quality of the SARX is a bit more sturdy than the SARB?

@davidalcaraz7213 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Teddy! I was wondering, if you have to choose between this Seiko sarx055 and the Ball fireman enterprise, which one would you choose? Hope you can help me

@mrand3r50n3 3 жыл бұрын

The SRPB69J1 (English and German day wheel) and the SRP527J1 (English and Kanji day wheel) are the "poor man's" versions of this at around $300-$400, though both since discontinued and hard to find.

@dariodeagostini5176 5 жыл бұрын

next time please show also some shots with leather straps, so we can see how they look on it! Great video as usual

@TuanTran-gi1zb 5 жыл бұрын

It's still beautiful with leather strap in a very different way, just guess, because i have a sarx035 =))

@mayureshkulkarni99 4 жыл бұрын

4:12 What a beautiful shot...

@davidofglenbrook4487 5 жыл бұрын

Before I had money I had a quartz Seiko that kept really good time. Because it was so cheap I beat the crap out of it until it broke; then I threw it away. A good, cheap watch for when I couldn’t afford anything else and just needed to know what time it is.

@PocketUau 4 жыл бұрын

Really wanted this watch but as I was about to buy it full RRP, the sleazy salesman tried to simply box the exposed model which had small dents and scratches from people trying it on. Ended up getting an SKX because Seiko shopping in italy is stupid. At least I'm satisfied.

@VincentAmari 4 жыл бұрын

I was hoping you'd show it on a blue leather strap

@oes2546 5 жыл бұрын

The 6r15, hell, even the 7s26 (In 3/4 cases for me at least), will likely run within cosc if you are okay with the possibility of needing a good watch-maker to regulate it first. They are great movements mechanically, just not as finely tuned out of the factory as a certified chronometre is.

@otobotrecords 5 жыл бұрын

Buy a time-grapher (not expensive) and bring some patience with it... you will never need a watchmaker for the regulation of your watches. I regulate my 7S26/4R35/6R15 movements to run spot on.

@evvignes 5 жыл бұрын

Check out the older Brightz SDGM001/003, the Grand Cocktail.

@rob45x 5 жыл бұрын

SARX055 ftw!

@wolfdna788 5 жыл бұрын

I have this watch but the black version I wear it pretty much every day and I’m a roofing company owner. I wear it like an explore it’s perfect for my life style and it doesn’t make me look rich in front of my customers it makes me look sensible but it’s a sharp looking watch not too dressy. Someone said that it’s a sporty dress watch or a dressy sport watch.

@wolfdna788 5 жыл бұрын

My wrist is 7.5 inches

@samuellarouche1894 5 жыл бұрын

Not in the same league but I just got myself an srpb41 presage and its a real cloud on the wrist

@spencerlush3056 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, sir!

@HauntingTheHoly 3 жыл бұрын

does the braclet have diashield like the new Sharp Edge Series? They look IDENTICAL! And is diashield worth paying for, or a cheap way to increase price?

@sonlaxx 5 жыл бұрын

my only concern is the sizing of this watch. I feel like the sarb035 would be a perfect fit for me as I already have the snkl23 and skx013 in my collection and they fit me just right

@bernardwadding 5 жыл бұрын

I own the black sarx035. Not only is it a beautiful watch but it is the most comfortable in my collection.

@mrsir1872 4 жыл бұрын

wish it had lume on the dial

@11vshank 4 жыл бұрын

Love it

@BigChungusthe3rd 5 жыл бұрын

Cant beat that 38 mm size, for us small wrist guys at least 😂. Anyways love my Sarb033

@somerandomguy9156 5 жыл бұрын

Joseph Yi yeah boi!!!!😂😂😂😂😂

@hughmckendrick3018 5 жыл бұрын

Alot of bang for your buck!

@BigChungusthe3rd 5 жыл бұрын

Funny thing is... now I'm buying the 44mm seiko samurai great white shark because I love the design so much 🤷‍♂️

@rajatwow737 4 жыл бұрын

38mm is the sweet spot

@BombdiverBT 4 жыл бұрын

@LION KING And here I am with a 5.7 inch trying to find something that will also give me a sleek and classy look :(

@magicmike7066 5 жыл бұрын

Definitely prefer the sarb!

@venetianproperty2104 4 жыл бұрын

Which watch looks better? This or the SARX055

@tuukkayla-anttila283 4 жыл бұрын

Oh my, what's going on with that chapter ring? At 4:43 you can see the printed sub-second indices are really badly misaligned with the printed second/minute indices, which in turn are quite badly misaligned with the applied hour indices on the dial :(

@brokenomad 4 жыл бұрын

The size is a deal breaker. **Sobs in small wrist**

@vidster7 3 жыл бұрын

40 is a bit ok 🤷‍♂️ for dress watch but 38mm and 36 are the perfect size IMO

@izurukira1160 4 жыл бұрын

I ordered it because this review

@Dochorahan 4 жыл бұрын

I had watches with painted hands and with genuine blued hands. I prefer the painted hands. Blued hands does not make it more expensive. IMO the blued hands are usually too dark for my liking.

@AltonJRuffRev 5 жыл бұрын

Another great video. I must be in the minority that thinks these watches are boring as heck. They just don't do a single thing for me. Although I will say the quality looks superb.

@JeeGee114 5 жыл бұрын

Not in a minority. There is a reason MVMT is bought by Movado.